Candidate List Grows Ahead of Clay County Elections

The race for key local offices in Clay County is heating up as a robust list of candidates has filed their intent to run, promising a competitive election season. The growing roster of hopefuls for positions on the County Commission, School Board, and other essential roles suggests high public interest and potentially lively campaigns across the county.

A total of eleven candidates have announced their bids across five offices so far, with the Board of County Commissioners races seeing the most filings.

Board of County Commissioners

Five candidates are currently vying for seats on the County Commission:

• Dwight McClure

• Bonnye Williams

• Tighe White

• Robert Seibert

• Christian Reagan

• Jason Rickett

With multiple candidates running, voters will have a wide selection of individuals to choose from to shape the county's leadership for the coming term.

School Board Races

The Clay County School Board elections will also be contested, with two candidates entering the race so far:

• Jason Shook

• Keith Parker

These candidates will be seeking to represent their constituents on matters of education, school funding, and policy development.

Other Key County Offices

The list of filings also includes candidates for critical administrative and public safety positions:

• Clerk of Court: Tim Barrett has announced his candidacy.

• Register of Deeds: Angie Shook has filed to run for this office.

• Sheriff: Mark Buchanan has entered the race for Clay County Sheriff.

As the election cycle continues, residents can expect to see candidates begin campaigning and outlining their platforms. With a diverse group of individuals stepping forward, the upcoming elections are shaping up to be a defining moment for the future of Clay County.